When a nurse is replacing a client's tracheostomy ties,which of these steps is correct?
A)Hold the neck plate firmly with one hand while untying and removing soiled tapes.
B)Remove soiled tapes,cleanse the neck plate,and replace with clean tapes.
C)Suction the tracheostomy,perform tracheostomy cleaning,cut the soiled tapes,and replace with clean tapes.
D)Sedate the client,remove soiled tapes,perform tracheostomy cleaning,and apply clean tapes.

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When replacing tracheostomy ties,hold the neck plate firmly with one hand while untying and removing soiled tapes.This prevents accidental removal of the inner cannula.

When a Nurse Is Replacing a Client's Tracheostomy Ties,which of These